Nikon AW120 vs Nikon S5200

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon AW120 and Nikon S5200, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Nikon. The resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the S5200 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was unveiled 13 months later than the S5200 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the AW120 scores versus the S5200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW120 & Nikon Coolpix S5200. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon AW120 Gallery & Nikon S5200 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Nikon AW120 provides external dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Nikon S5200 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the AW120 compared to the S5200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and S5200 is 92 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the AW120 and S5200.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files although you really should consider the age of the cameras into account. The fresher AW120 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.